Astra
Astra first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 2022, when 69 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Astra popular?
Rising Astra has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 350 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 115 | |
| 2000s | 31 | |
| 1990s | 37 | |
| 1980s | 79 | |
| 1970s | 118 | |
| 1960s | 19 | |
| 1950s | 5 | |
| 1940s | 17 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Astra mean?
From Latin 'astra', the plural of 'astrum' ('star'), itself from Greek 'astron'. It evokes the phrase 'ad astra' ('to the stars').
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Astra mean?
Astra means Of the stars. From Latin 'astra', the plural of 'astrum' ('star'), itself from Greek 'astron'. It evokes the phrase 'ad astra' ('to the stars').
What is the origin of the name Astra?
Astra is of latin origin.
How do you pronounce Astra?
Astra is pronounced “AS-truh.”
Is Astra a boy or a girl name?
Astra is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Astra a popular name right now?
Astra has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Astra?
In 2025, Astra ranked #2612 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Astra most popular?
Astra was most popular in 2022, when about 69 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Astra?
Names similar to Astra include Flavia, Aurea, Undine, Gratia, Camellia.
What names go well with Astra?
latin names that pair well with Astra include Mark, Amanda, Emily, Olivia, Ava.